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Devesset
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 Devesset
Location in France
Devesset
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Tournon-sur-Rhône |
| Canton | Saint-Agrève |
| Intercommunality | Haut-Vivarais |
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29.24 km2 (11.29 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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271 |
| • Density | 9.268/km2 (24.00/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07080 /07320
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| Elevation | 669–1,212 m (2,195–3,976 ft) (avg. 1,100 m or 3,600 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Devesset is a small village, also known as a commune, located in southern France. It is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.
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What is Devesset?
Devesset is a quiet and charming village in the Ardèche region of France. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. A "commune" is the smallest administrative area in France, similar to a town or a parish.
Where is Devesset located?
Devesset is found in the southeastern part of France. It is part of the Ardèche département. The village is situated in the Tournon-sur-Rhône arrondissement and the Saint-Agrève canton. These are ways to divide up the region for local government. You can find Devesset on a map using its coordinates: 45.0680555556 degrees North and 4.38916666667 degrees East.
How many people live in Devesset?
According to a count from 1999, about 271 people lived in Devesset. This makes it a very small community. The people who live there are called its population.
Who leads Devesset?
Like all communes in France, Devesset has a leader. This leader is called a mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Devesset was Maurice Cellier. The mayor helps manage the village and its services. Devesset is also part of an "intercommunality" called Haut-Vivarais. This means it works together with other nearby towns on shared projects.
Exploring Devesset's Landscape
Devesset is located in a hilly area. Its average height above sea level is about 1,100 meters (around 3,600 feet). The lowest point in the commune is 669 meters, and the highest point is 1,212 meters. The total area of Devesset is 29.24 square kilometers. This is about 11.29 square miles. The varied landscape offers beautiful views and natural spaces.
